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The Center for Professional Development (CPD) is a hub for undergraduate career exploration and career development. Whether you are beginning to explore careers, considering graduate/professional school or seeking employment, we invite you to take advantage of our services throughout the year.  We offer 1:1 career coaching, a myriad of events, alumni connections, career fairs, employment opportunities, resources and tools to support every student throughout each phase of their unique career journey.

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Should I Go to Grad School? Here are 5 Good Reasons

“Should I go to grad school?”

Longtime professional, current undergraduate student, or sector switcher—no matter where you are in your social-impact journey, you may have wondered whether grad school is right for you. From satisfying a degree requirement to deepening …

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Empower Your Future: Building a Strategic Career Plan

Feeling lost? Developing a career plan serves as a map helping guide your steps, ultimately leading you to your destination: a fulfilling career!

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Career One Stop: Self Assessments

Self assessment is the heart of career planning. It can help you think about potential career paths, help you decide what careers might fit you best, and learn to talk about your unique skills, values, and interests in a professional context.

By Career One Stop
Career One Stop Self Assessments
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Trends in Work to Be On the Look-Out for in 2024

Harvard Business Review and Gartner have compiled 9 important trends to keep track of in 2024 and beyond, from a four-day work week to shifts in hiring due to AI.

By External Author
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6 Negotiation Skills to Level Up Your Work Life

Sometimes, we don’t get everything we want and need to respectfully ask for what we’re looking for. That’s where negotiation skills come in — and they’re not just for asking for the salary we think we deserve (even though they …

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